Cadillac Confirms Bottas & Perez for 2026 Formula 1 Debut

Cadillac has officially revealed its driver lineup for its eagerly awaited debut in Formula 1, the 11th team on the grid. The storied American marque has secured seasoned veterans Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez, signalling its intent to launch with strength and experience.

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Bottas and Perez: Leadership to Build From Day One

General Motors-backed Cadillac has emphasised that the combination of Bottas and Perez offers not just raw pace, 10 F1 wins for Bottas, six for Perez, but also demonstrated leadership and technical insight. Both bring over 500 Grand Prix starts, collectively topping 100 podiums, making them ideal choices to help build a competitive team from the ground up.

Rumours had linked Cadillac to younger names, including Mick Schumacher and American talents like Jak Crawford, but the team chose proven achievers to smooth its entry into the sport.

From Rivals to Teammates: Building Cadillac’s F1 Future

Both drivers have acknowledged the uphill challenge that Cadillac faces in its debut season, with Perez calling the project his “last great project in Formula 1,” and Bottas expressing his excitement to be part of something being built from the ground up.

Cadillac’s decision to lean on tested champions rather than youthful prospects sends a strong message: they’re here to be competitive, from the outset. The launch of this new team, supported by TWG Motorsports, GM, and powered by Ferrari engines, is now firmly anchored by a seasoned driver pairing with the know-how to fly the Cadillac banner high.